when a group has people with different backgrounds and experiences; this can be differences in nationality, ethnicity, culture, religion, language, identity, interests, skills and perspectives

a society or community made up of several cultural or ethnic groups

the idea or belief that individuals or groups with different ethnicities, cultures and religions can coexist peacefully and respect each other

coming together as one, despite differences, to achieve a common goal or purpose; creating a sense of belonging and shared identity in a community while valuing diversity, respect and shared values

the process of bringing diverse people, groups or ideas together to live and work alongside each other

Can a changing and diverse society lead to unity?

Citizenship

Can identity be defined?

What debates exist around British identity?

How is the UK population changing?

How diverse is UK society?

Is there mutual respect in UK society?

Pupils explore what identity is and how the UK population is changing considering how diverse the UK is and exploring mutual respect and understanding between different groups within society.

How is UK society diverse and changing?

Discriminatory behaviour or images, whether on the grounds of race, gender, disability, religion or belief or sexual orientation, or otherwise.

Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of violence or fighting, including threats of violence or the aftermath of violence.

Depiction or discussion of violence or suffering

people from different backgrounds working together

a belief or policy that supports a multicultural society

a society with many different cultural or ethnic communities

Match each term to its correct definition.

to allow people to keep their identity while becoming part of society

What is the goal of integration in a multicultural society?

What word describes an approach to unity that involves adopting the culture, language and customs of the wider society?

What is one benefit of living in a multicultural society?

risk of misunderstanding between communities

Which of the following is a challenge in a multicultural society?

Diversity and unity cannot exist together.

A united society only works when everyone is the same.

Diversity and unity can work together through inclusion and shared values.

Unity means everyone must follow one culture.

principles or beliefs considered important

a group of people living in the same place

the movement of people from one country to another

accepting others even if you disagree with them

treating each other with fairness and courtesy

The UK is one of the most {{}} countries in Europe due to historical migration.

Which of the following is a benefit of migration?

Which of the following can be a challenge of migration?

What does mutual respect help to build in society?

It promotes fairness and protects rights.

Why is UK law important in supporting British values?

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Can a changing and diverse society lead to unity?

Lesson outcome

Content guidance

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